Trust & Estate Paralegal - Growth Opportunity (Westfield, NJ)

Stratford Solutions Inc.; Westfield (NJ); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Stratford Solutions Inc. is seeking a Trust and Estate Paralegal to support its legal team with estate matters, documents, and confidential records. You will draft, review, and organize legal documents, maintain client files, and coordinate with courts and financial institutions.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of paralegal experience, a keen eye for detail, and excellent communication. A paralegal certificate or related education is preferred; trust and estate experience is a plus but not

Formación

• 2–3 years of experience working as a paralegal or in a legal administrative support role.
• Experience or interest in trust and estate law is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing and reviewing documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other standard office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• A paralegal certificate or relevant legal education is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist attorneys with trust and estate matters, including estate planning, wills, trusts, and related legal documentation.
• Draft, review, proofread, and organize legal documents, correspondence, and court filings.
• Maintain and update client files, legal records, and case management systems.
• Assist with preparing and organizing documents related to estate administration and probate proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information as requested by attorneys.
• Coordinate with clients, courts, financial institutions, and other relevant parties to obtain required documentation.
• Track deadlines, schedule appointments, and follow up on pending matters to ensure timely completion.
• Handle sensitive client information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys and the legal team as needed.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication

Confidentiality

Independence

Educación

Paralegal certificate or relevant legal education

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Descripción del empleo

Stratford Solutions Inc. is seeking a Trust and Estate Paralegal to support its legal team with estate matters, documents, and confidential records. You will draft, review, and organize legal documents, maintain client files, and coordinate with courts and financial institutions.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of paralegal experience, a keen eye for detail, and excellent communication. A paralegal certificate or related education is preferred; trust and estate experience is a plus but not